Trucks exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of trucks by Turkey reached $7.16 billion in 2024 (581.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 188 countries for exports of this product. That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.16B | 581.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.35B | 562.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.94B | 578.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.95B | 564.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.18B | 446.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.08B | 575.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.61B | 621.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.97B | 611.9K t |
Where Turkey exports trucks to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (33%), Italy (10%), Slovenia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.33B | 33% |
| Italy | $732.7M | 10% |
| Slovenia | $675.1M | 9.4% |
| Belgium | $603.9M | 8.4% |
| France | $534.3M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $367.9M | 5.1% |
| Spain | $246.1M | 3.4% |
| Australia | $148.4M | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $142.7M | 2% |
| Poland | $136.3M | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 8704
| 8704.21 | Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes)… | 84% |
| 8704.90 | Vehicles: for transport of goods, n.e.c. in heading no. 8704 | 9.1% |
| 8704.31 | Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 | 2.1% |
| 8704.10 | Vehicles: dumpers, designed for off-highway use, for transport of goods | 1.9% |
| 8704.22 | Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but… | 1.4% |
| 8704.23 | Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes)… | 1.4% |
| 8704.32 | Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8704.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.30 per kg, 27% above the world average of $9.72. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trucks imports to Turkey
Imports of trucks by Turkey reached $2.78 billion in 2024 (251.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Germany (23%), Poland (14%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $640.8M | 23% |
| Poland | $391.8M | 14% |
| Spain | $385.7M | 14% |
| Italy | $295.3M | 11% |
| France | $212.1M | 7.6% |
| South Korea | $176.9M | 6.4% |
| Thailand | $120.1M | 4.3% |
| South Africa | $108.7M | 3.9% |
| China | $72.0M | 2.6% |
| Romania | $65.0M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8704: Vehicles; for the transport of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of trucks exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported trucks worth $7.16 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 581.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 188 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy trucks from Turkey?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($2.33 billion), followed by Italy (10%) and Slovenia (9%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 116 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average export price of trucks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.30 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $9.72 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of trucks from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.97 billion in 2017 to $7.16 billion in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import trucks?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.78 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Poland and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.38 billion a year.
What is the HS code for trucks?
The HS code for trucks is heading 8704. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 8704.21 (84% of the value) and 8704.90 (9%). It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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